Skipp Renovations - Designer Kitchens Made Simple

This is an example of a small midcentury dining room in Other with concrete floors, grey floor, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Realville

Wright Jenkins Home Design

Formal Dining with easy access to the kitchen and pantry.
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Other with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a tile fireplace surround, grey floor and exposed beam.

Palm Springs Mid Century Modern Home

Unit 7 Architecture Inc

Photo of a midcentury open plan dining in Other with white walls, concrete floors and grey floor.

1950's Mid-Century Modern Beach House

Rollins Andrew Interiors

1950's mid-century modern beach house built by architect Richard Leitch in Carpinteria, California. Leitch built two one-story adjacent homes on the property which made for the perfect space to share seaside with family. In 2016, Emily restored the homes with a goal of melding past and present. Emily kept the beloved simple mid-century atmosphere while enhancing it with interiors that were beachy and fun yet durable and practical. The project also required complete re-landscaping by adding a variety of beautiful grasses and drought tolerant plants, extensive decking, fire pits, and repaving the driveway with cement and brick.

Eichler Dining

Hobbs Home Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury dining room in Austin with white walls, concrete floors, grey floor and exposed beam.

Sunrise-Sunset House-wine room

square three architecture, inc

Design ideas for a large midcentury dining room in San Francisco with grey walls and grey floor.

kyoto-apartment-house-renovation

ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツデザインオフィス)

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open plan dining in Kyoto with white walls, ceramic floors and grey floor.

Dining area with built-in buffet cabinetry

MAK Design + Build Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury open plan dining in Sacramento with concrete floors, white walls, no fireplace and grey floor.

Luxury Vinyl Tile & Plank Flooring

Fine Floorz

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Modern Kitchen

SEK Architects

Image by Peter Rymwid Architectural Photography © 2014
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in New York with white walls, no fireplace and grey floor.

Houzz Tour: A Labor of Modern Love in Costa Mesa

Tara Bussema

eichler in marinwood

building Lab, inc.

Eichler in Marinwood - In conjunction to the porous programmatic kitchen block as a connective element, the walls along the main corridor add to the sense of bringing outside in. The fin wall adjacent to the entry has been detailed to have the siding slip past the glass, while the living, kitchen and dining room are all connected by a walnut veneer feature wall running the length of the house. This wall also echoes the lush surroundings of lucas valley as well as the original mahogany plywood panels used within eichlers. photo: scott hargis

Stunning Mid-Century Remodel

Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.

The dining room and outdoor patio are natural extensions of this open kitchen. Laying the tile flooring on a diagonal creates movement and interest. The cat tree may be the best seat in the house with its perched view of the backyard.

Auchenflower Courtyard House

Kelder Architects

Angus Martin
Midcentury open plan dining in Brisbane with white walls, concrete floors and grey floor.

Urban, Creative, City Living

Blake Civiello Architecture

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury kitchen/dining combo in Los Angeles with grey walls, concrete floors, no fireplace and grey floor.

The Brookfield at Wright's Landing

Landmark Homes

breakfast area adjacent to kitchen
Photo of a large midcentury dining room in Other with grey walls, light hardwood floors and grey floor.

Mitchell House- Renovation / Addition

Lanefab Design/Build

Andrew Latreille
Large midcentury open plan dining in Vancouver with white walls, concrete floors, a standard fireplace, a plaster fireplace surround and grey floor.

Midcentury Modern Ranch & Addition

Natalie O Design

This is an example of a midcentury dining room in Louisville with white walls, concrete floors, a hanging fireplace and grey floor.

Rawlings Street

Anthro Architecture

View from double-height dining area towards the timber clad kitchen and TV room beyond. The polished plaster walling provides a perfect backdrop to the artwork while also drawing the light from the double-height sash window deep into the space.

Newton Mearns

AdesignStorie

Colour and connection are the two elements that unify the interior of this Glasgow home. Prior to the renovation, these rooms were separate, so we chose a colour continuum that would draw the eye through the now seamless spaces. . We worked off of a cool turquoise colour palette to brighten up the living area, while we shrouded the dining room in a moody deep jewel. The cool leafy palette extends to the couch’s upholstery and to the monochrome credenza in the dining room. To make the blue-green scheme really pop, we selected warm-toned red accent lamps, dried pampas grass, and muted pink artwork.

Midcentury Dining Room Design Ideas with Grey Floor

A midcentury dining room can be used for casual dining, integrated into an open plan and connected to the living and kitchen areas; or as a formal space reserved solely for entertaining. While it may not be used frequently, it is a great focal point in the home, and requires little furnishings. Here's what you need to consider before you start planning a new dining room...

How will you use your dining room?

First, consider how frequently you will use the space. If you plan on using your midcentury dining room on a daily basis, a casual dining set-up with sturdy, long-lasting furniture is best. As for where you position it – well, any unused space in the home can be converted into a casual dining space, whether it be at the end of a kitchen island, or at the bottom of the stairs. A formal dining room, on the other hand, is more suited to a dedicated space, which is more common in heritage homes where space originally wasn’t at a premium. Perhaps you want your dining room to multi-task and accommodate everyday meals, homework sessions and grown-up dinner parties… If that’s the case, furniture is key. Look for versatile dining tables in either Australian or New Zealand hardwood or weathered timber for a more rustic look. These won’t show up sticky fingerprints as much and can be dressed up for guests.

What size and shape should your dining table be?

Your midcentury dining table should be able to seat all family members with some room for additional guests – each person should have at least 60 centimetres of space at the table. The right size, however, also depends on how much room you have. A general rule of thumb is to leave no less than 1 metre from the dining table to the wall or any additional furniture, so people have enough room to comfortably move around the space. Rectangular dining tables are versatile and can work in a variety of settings, while oval dining tables are more traditional and can turn any meal into an occasion. If you have a tight space to work in, a round dining table is best, and also a great option if you want to encourage conversation. A square dining table can be a dramatic addition to a dining room, but only if you have the space. It allows everyone at the table to see each other, but the bigger the table, the harder it will be able to hold a conversation with someone at the other end.

What type of dining chairs should you choose?

Once you’ve decided on a dining table, look for midcentury dining chairs that share a common design element. If your dining table legs are curved, for example, try to match them with dining chairs that have a similar curve, either in the legs or back. Next, consider the dimensions of the chair. The height of your dining chairs should allow at least 30 centimetres between the top of the seat and the top of the table. And to keep your tush happy, avoid dining chairs narrower than 45 centimetres.

How can you decorate your dining room?

Dining rooms are relatively minimal spaces, but that makes them a great place to splash a little colour through artwork, especially if yours is a formal dining room. If your dining room is lacking warmth, consider painting the walls a deep shade of red or blue, or go contemporary with black or grey. A cosy rug will make the space feel more intimate, while a sideboard or cabinet of curiosities will further personalise the space. Often overlooked, dining room lighting can also drastically alter the mood of a room, creating drama, spurring romance or encouraging conversation. Opt for soft lighting in the dining area with dimmer switches, and choose oversized pendants in large, open spaces or to make the dining area more of a focal point. Finally, add some table settings, such as a lace tablecloth for a whimsy feel, or a more basic table runner for a chic look. If you need some help designing your dining room, consider checking the Houzz directory of interior designers, home stylists, cabinet makers and more!